NYT Mini Crossword Puzzle Answers for October 29th

The Mini is a bite-sized version of The New York Times'adored daily crossword puzzle. While The Crossword is a longer experience that requires both knowledge and patience, The Mini is a completely different atmosphere.

Since there are only a handful of clues to solve, the daily puzzle doubles as a quick-run test for many who play it.

So when a tricky clue disrupts a player's flow, it can be frustrating! If you're at a loss when playing The Mini – similar to Wordle and Connections – you've come to the right place.

Here are the clues and answers for NYT's The Mini for Tuesday, October 29, 2024:

Over

Sacred flower in Hinduism and Buddhism

“Sorry, too busy!”

Backyard boundary

Bird known for its keen eyesight

songwriter Gallagher from Oasis

Down

Board game with the choice between “start a career” or “start college”

Home of the first animals on earth

Dance that has its origins in Buenos Aires

Mother's brother

Buns of ___ (classic training video)

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Do you also play NYT Strands? Check out clues and answers for today's Strands.

Not the day you're looking for? Here is the solution to today's mini crossword puzzle.